23-year-old man arrested over alleged killing of mother in Ondo

A man named Samuel Akoade aged 23 has been taken into custody by Ondo State Police Command for murdering his mother, Olufunke Amoo, in Ore, Odigbo Local Government area of the state.

This was revealed by the Command in a press release seen by Daily Trust and revealed that the unfortunate murder took place on Sunday, August 16, 2026.

It is claimed by the police that the murdered lady was found lying in a pool of blood in her house with deep machete cuts on her body.

Police operatives from the Ore Division were said to have responded immediately after receiving a report of the incident, securing the scene and commencing preliminary investigations.

The brief revealed that a machete suspected to have been used in the attack was recovered at the scene, while the suspect allegedly fled before the arrival of the police.

However, following a manhunt by operatives, Samuel Akoade was later arrested and taken into custody.

“The remains of the deceased have been deposited at the mortuary, while the suspect remains in custody. The case has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Akure, for further investigation,” the statement said.

The Commissioner of Police in Ondo State, CP Felix Ohagwu, directed that a thorough and professional investigation be conducted to establish the circumstances surrounding the killing and ensure that justice is served.

The Command also reassured residents of its commitment to protecting lives and property and urged members of the public to provide timely information on suspicious activities within their communities.